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Want more butterflies in the garden? This list of the ten best plants that attract butterflies is here to help!

From zip-line thrills to world-class culture, there’s far more to this Massachusetts destination than its famous scenic drive.

Tomato juice isn’t the only (or best) old-time remedy to get rid of skunk odor from a dog. Keep these common household ingredients on hand and avoid the stink of skunk!

Why should the origin of something as good as Boston cream pie be such a mystery? Learn more about the history of Boston cream pie.

Have you heard of the curse of the Saco River? An American-Indian legend foretells how every year three white people will drown in the Saco River.

One of the most scenic roads in America lies in the heart of the New Hampshire mountains. Learn the history of the Kancamagus Scenic Byway.

New England born and nearly 150 years old, Underwood Deviled Ham is an all-American classic that’s wickedly good.

In 1892, the “oddly well preserved” exhumed body of Mercy Brown led many to believe she was a vampire responsible for the death of her family in Exeter, Rhode Island.

From zip-line thrills to world-class culture, there’s far more to this Massachusetts destination than its famous scenic drive.

‘Tis the season for apple pie! Make sure yours doesn’t fall flat with these picks for the best apples for apple pie.

With its brick, ivy, cobblestones, and historic style, the neighborhood of Beacon Hill, Boston is a favorite spot to stroll for both tourists and residents.

From Colonial, Georgian, and Federal to Greek Revival and Victorian, here’s a guide to New England architecture for the roadside historian.